“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” (Romans 15:13) Following the success of last year’s AHAPPY(AJAN HIV and AIDS Prevention Program for the Youth) Storytelling Youth Contest, the African
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AHAPPY Training of Trainers for the Youths from Catholic Diocese of Garissa
The AJAN HIV and AIDS Prevention Programs for the Youth Training of Trainers (AHAPPY-ToT) for youth from the Catholic Diocese of Garissa took place at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church in Bura-Tana, from 22nd to 26th April 2025. The training brought together 49 participants from five out of the seven
A Month of Solidarity, Awareness, and Celebration
AJANews March Edition This March 2025, AJAN stands in solidarity with the global community in commemorating International Women’s Day 2025, marking World Tuberculosis Day, and celebrating the 120th anniversary of the Chikuni Jesuit Mission. In response to the second Universal Apostolic Preference; walking with the poor, the outcasts of the
Called to envision and foster a future rooted in dignity and justice for all
This month, on February 20th, we marked the World Day of Social Justice, a powerful reminder of our shared responsibility to build a society where every voice is heard, every right is respected, and every person has the opportunity to thrive. This year’s theme, “Empowering Inclusion: Bridging Gaps for Social
Jubilee Year 2025: Journeying with the Youth as Pilgrims of Hope
Greetings and Happy New Year 2025! As we step into this new year, we are reminded of God’s enduring love and guidance, which continue to light our path. The African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) is deeply grateful for the incredible support of our network throughout 2024. Your generosity and prayers
Capacity Building of the Catholic Youth Leaders from Machakos-Kenya
African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) in collaboration with the Catholic Diocese of Machakos, undertook a 5-day AHAPPY training of trainers workshop for youth aimed at bolstering their integral Development. The training which took place from the 2nd to 6th December 2024 brought together 65 youth leaders from different parishes of the
AJANews Editorial Brief: Supporting Adolescent Girls’ Health, Education, and Aspirations
In this October 2024 edition of the AJANews Newsletter, we recognize Pink Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer, including its early signs, symptoms, and the importance of education to dispel myths, address fears, and counter misinformation. According to the WHO, breast cancer claims the lives of
AJAN Takes Its Transformative AHAPPY Training to the Chaplains and Prison Catechists from the Coastal Region, Kenya
African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) in collaboration with Catholic Prisons Chaplaincy (Coast region) recently conducted a comprehensive five-day Training of Trainers (ToT) program for chaplains and catechists from the Coast Region. The AHAPPY (AJAN HIV and AIDS Prevention Program for Youth) training, took place from October 14th to 18th, 2024,
Building Innovative and Resilient Young Generation in Africa
In this September 2024 edition of the AJANews Newsletter, our highlights focus on building a conscious and enterprising generation of young people who are ready to address African challenges such as HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, and youth unemployment. Africa, with its rich natural resources, fast-growing economies, and young, growing population, presents
Day Two of the DRC Social Innovation Summit: Amplifying the voices of youth and women in social innovation
From Day one when attendees explored a range of issues, from digital technologies’ potential in creating a “borderless Africa” to innovative approaches in healthcare, education, and energy. On the second day the first panel of the day, titled “Developing Human Capital, Job Creation, and Talent Retention for People-Driven Development in
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